Brandon Huber

Brandon Huber is a Research Scientist & Extension Associate at South Carolina State University's 1890 Research & Extension program. He joined the university in January 2023, specializing in optimizing crop production within controlled environments. His role combines research and extension activities focused on advancing agricultural technologies.

Education:

• PhD in Controlled Environment Horticulture/Plant Physiology, North Carolina State University (2021)
• MS in Plant Breeding, North Carolina State University (2017)
• BS in Horticulture, Temple University (2013)
• AA in Liberal Arts, Community College of Philadelphia (2010)

Research Interests: Huber’s work spans high tunnel systems, greenhouse management, indoor vertical farming, and hydroponic production. He focuses on optimizing environmental controls like light spectrum optimization, vegetable grafting techniques, and specialty crop cultivation. His research bridges practical field horticulture with advanced controlled environment technologies.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisee students are listed in the provided information. His current focus remains on applied research and extension outreach.

Labs/Teams: Associated with the 1890 Research & Extension program, though no dedicated lab names are mentioned.